What can I use instead of ghee for cake?
Clarified Butter at 1:1 is the closest match — Less browned but the same fat profile. If that is unavailable, Butter (1:1, expect splatter) or Coconut Oil (1:1).
Best Ghee Substitutes for Cakes
Pick substitutes that preserve tenderness, aeration, and even rise in cake batters. Cake structure depends on balanced fat, sugar, and hydration. Wrong swaps can create a dense or dry crumb.
Can I make a cake without ghee?
Yes. Start with Clarified Butter at 1:1, then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.
Top Recommendation
Clarified Butter
Use 1:1
Less browned but the same fat profile.
View full adjustment notes →How much does 1 cup of ghee weigh?
On CupOrGram, 1 cup of ghee is treated as 218 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.
Ghee cups to grams →